THE DEN LEADER COACH AWARD

 OVERVIEW  

This award is available to Cub Scout Leaders that complete the training, tenure, and performance requirements as outlined below.

The Den Leader Coach Award insignia consists of two components. A bronze Cub Scout medallion suspended from a solid blue ribbon, and a 'Square-knot' insignia. The medallion is only worn on ceremonial occasions, where the 'knot' may be worn on all other occasions to represent the award.  This recognition is typically presented with the "Leader Recognition Plan" certificate (BSA 34107)

AWARD REQUIREMENTS  

TRAINING

• Complete "The New Den Leader" or "The New Webelos Den Leader" Fast Start training.
• Complete Cub Scout Leader Basic Training.
• Complete the Den Leader Coach Seminar.
• Participate in a Cub Scout leader pow wow or attend at least four roundtables.

 TENURE

• Complete two years as a registered den leader coach.

 PERFORMANCE
Do three of the following:

• At least once, serve as den leader coach in a pack that earns the National Quality Unit Award.
• Ensure that 100 percent of your active den leaders have completed Fast Start training.
• Ensure that 75 percent of your active den leaders have completed Cub Scout Leader Basic Training.
• Conduct a planning workshop meeting of your den leaders, either separately or in conjunction with pack leader planning meeting.

Leader, please note:
To receive this recognition, keep track of your completion of the steps in earning the Cub Scout leader award for your position, using the appropriate progress record (download it here). You may only count tenure for a position in which you are registered, and may not use the same tenure for more than one award. When you have completed all of the requirements, fill out the application section, have it approved by your local Pack leadership, and turn in the entire form to your local council service center for district review and approval.